Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Netball New Zealand is reviewing the ruling that currently blocks Grace Nweke from putting on the black dress.  She’s currently ineligible for the Silver Ferns, after leaving to play for a team over in Australia.  Coach Dame Noeline Taurua joined Piney to give her thoughts on the current situation.  “When we knew she was keen to come over to Sydney or to play in the SSN, and understanding her reason as well, to be better, and to be a better netballer but also to be a better Silver Fern,” she said.  “The intent is there, she still wants to play, and I definitely support that.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders have beaten the Blues in an absolute thriller in Christchurch, thanks to a game-winning penalty from James O’Connor.  The former Wallaby stepped up, converting a penalty after the final buzzer to deliver his team yet another win, keeping them at the top of the table.  He joined Piney to reflect on the kick and how he’s been enjoying playing in New Zealand.  “Awesome to get that win because that was definitely a battle.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All Blacks midfielder Jordie Barrett has revealed his partner in crime Rieko Ioane reached out for some advice before signing a sabbatical deal with Irish club Leinster for 2026.  Despite receiving interest from Japan, Ioane made the bombshell move by following in Barrett’s footsteps with a move to Dublin to play in the United Rugby Championship (URC), which features teams from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Italy and South Africa.  Ioane will make the move at the end of the year for a six-month stint between December and June, which rules him out for the Super Rugby Pacific season with the Blues but he remains eligible for the All Blacks.  Ioane’s announcement was met with a mainly positive response, although some Leinster faithful were clearly still bitter after his feud with the club’s favourite son and all-time leading points scorer, Johnny Sexton, which started after the All Blacks knocked Ireland out of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.  After plenty of backchat on the field, Ioane told Sexton to enjoy retirement and to not miss his flight home after New Zealand’s quarter-final win.  With Sexton relitigating that personal clash in his book, Ioane was widely painted as public enemy No 1 in the build-up to the All Blacks and Ireland rematch in Dublin last November.  Ioane led the haka before the match and played a key role on the field as the All Blacks went on to snap Ireland’s 19-game unbeaten run at home. Ioane posted a picture to social media with the caption “put that in the book” to double down on his villain status in Ireland.  Speaking to Newstalk ZB’s Jason Pine, Barrett said he believed Ioane can stamp his mark in Ireland.  “He sounded me out about 10 days ago and just asked a few questions,” he said.  “He didn’t say a whole lot, so I didn’t get a good inkling of where his head or heart was, but look, I woke up on my day off and the news had dropped on my phone.  “It gave me 24 hours, without having a barrage of questions at training the morning I went in there, so I got all of them yesterday.  “He’ll go great. It’s a great place to develop and he’ll see a lot of improvements up here as a player, and get out of his comfort zone in Auckland and the Blues and [it’s] a chance to grow.  “I think it’s a great challenge for him.”  Leinster's Tommy O'Brien and Jordie Barrett celebrate following the Investec Champions Cup quarter-final match at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin in Ireland. (Photo by Damien Eagers/PA Images via Getty Images) Barrett admits it’s been an adjustment for him, but he’s loving life in Ireland, especially on the golf course.  When Barrett announced his move to Ireland, it came as a shock as most players tend to take their sabbatical in Japan, like his brother Beauden did last year.  In fact, he was the first All Black since 2009 to choose Europe over Japan, when Dan Carter signed with Perpignan.  While there were concerns around his workload due to the demands of European rugby, Barrett said he had an extended break while the Six Nations took place in February and March.  During that time, a limited of matches were played and when they were, youngsters were given opportunities to prove themselves.  That rest has helped Barrett stay focused to help Leinster charge towards winning titles.  In the URC, they have only lost once this season – by one point to the Bulls in Pretoria – and hold an eight-point lead over the defending champions Glasgow Warriors with four games remaining in the regular season.  They face the Warriors in the final match of the season but will be confident after crushing them 52-0 in the European Championship quarter-finals last weekend.  Barrett, who has played nine games thus far between second five and fullback, admits there have been some easier games, but plenty of tough battles.  Overall, Barrett believes he’s become a better rugby player for the experience.  “I reserve that judgment for people watching on the telly, but I feel like I’m growing my game,” said Barrett.  “It was a challenge to come up here, become familiar with another system and different coaches and players in a different culture and environment.  “I feel like my rugby’s improving, which is nice, and, it’s neverending, like any footy player just wants to improve, and I feel like I’m making slight improvements.  “Hopefully we give ourselves another chance and earn the right to make a European final in a few weeks’ time and then push deep into the URC competition.”  Should Leinster go all the way in both completions, the European Rugby Champions Cup final takes place on May 25, with the URC final on June 15.  That would give Barrett enough time to return to New Zealand for the All Blacks’ test series against France, starting on July 5 in Dunedin.  Barrett says he has been in touch with All Blacks coach Scott Robertson and is eager to square off against the French.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the 2025 Masters and the ongoing Super Rugby season.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix women's side are set to face off against Canberra United. Alyssa Winham joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The coach of the Blues women, Willie Walker, says last night's victory was still a little too close for comfort. An early 12-0 deficit and a late red card weren’t enough to prevent the defending champions from topping a strong Matatū side, clinging on to a 26-19 win at Eden Park. Walker joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the calm before the Melbourne Storm for the Warriors heading into this afternoon's NRL clash - but one player is set to celebrate an important milestone. Eight years after making his debut for the Warriors against the Melbourne Storm, Erin Clark will face off against the same opponents in his 100th first-grade game this afternoon. He joined Piney to reminisce ahead of the clash at Melbourne's AAMI Park. Kick-off is at 4pm. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Payne and Ryan Wood provided the Kiwi highlights on the first day of Supercars racing in Taupō on Saturday. Ryan scored his third first and Wood his first third in the afternoon’s opening sprint race. Motorsport commentator Mark Skaife joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Highlanders have bounced back - with a 43-20 victory over the Fijian Drua. This breaks the team's four-game losing streak - and lifts them up to 7th on the table. Highlanders assistant coach Clarke Dermody joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blues coach Vern Cotter has commended Beauden Barrett's influence on the Super Rugby team since returning from a hand injury. The All Black steered the Blues to a 19-point win over Moana Pasifika and Cotter says the number 10's talent is unmatched.  Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator Elliott Smith joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A familiar foe looms as golfer Rory McIlroy's biggest obstacle between the Northern Irishman and a maiden green jacket heading into the final round of the Masters at Augusta. McIlroy carded a third-round six-under par 66, taking him to 12-under overall, as he holds a two-shot lead over LIV golf rival Bryson DeChambeau. It'll be a rematch of last year's US Open showdown, where McIlroy missed two short putts in the final three holes of the event, allowing DeChambeau to snatch a late victory. Graeme Agars joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The race is on to determine the future host of the 2035 Rugby World Cup, and plenty of contenders have voiced interest. Reports claim that Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE have expressed interest in hosting the event - but Spain, Japan and Italy have also thrown their hats in the ring for the cup. Former Prime Minister Helen Clark played a key role in getting the Rugby World Cup over to our shores in 2011 - and she joined Piney to discuss whether it could happen again. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Saturday April 12th, Super Rugby Aupiki comes to an end tonight with a clash between the Blues Women and Matatu. Former Black Fern Kendra Cocksedge previews the grand final.   Gary Stead is stepping back as coach of the Black Caps’ white-ball team – could a split-coaching model be in New Zealand’s future?  And the Crusaders claimed the top spot on the Super Rugby Pacific board – Coach Rob Penney joining Piney to break down their performance.   Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica believes his side still have plenty left in the tank as they look to claim the A-League's Premier's Plate with four games remaining.  The Black Knights are five points clear of their nearest rivals heading into tonight's contest away at Sydney FC.  Corica admits it'll be a tough run home but is confident his side can finish the regular season strong.  He joined Jason Pine to unpack the season so far and preview tonight's clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s come to the end for Super Rugby Aupiki.  Tonight is the grand final, the Blues Women hosting Matatu at Eden Park.  Former Black Fern Kendra Cocksedge joined Jason Pine to preview the match, giving her thoughts on how it will play out.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Crusaders have made their way to the top spot.  They’re sitting in first after a seven-point win over the Hurricanes in Wellington.  Coach Rob Penney joined Jason Pine to unpack the win and look ahead to the rest of the season.   “We’ve got an opportunity now to against a really good Blues team.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Williams is one half of one of the most successful golfing partnerships in the sport’s history.  He was the caddy for Tiger Woods, the two spending twelve years working together.  Williams joined Jason Pine for a chat about his recently released book ‘Together We Roared’, which covers the partnership, and gives an insight into what it takes to win a Masters.  “The more opportunities you have to play there, the better off you're gonna be.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Stead will step down as coach of the Black Caps’ white-ball teams, but will spend the next few weeks to decide if he will stay to lead the test team.  New Zealand cricket’s Bryan Stronach has said the organisation hasn’t got a strong preference for either a split-coaching model or a sole appointment at the current moment.   Ali Martin, cricket writer for The Guardian, joined Jason Pine to discuss the pros and cons of a split-coaching model, and whether it might be the right thing for the Black Caps.  “I can see why they’re mulling this over,” Martin said.  “In theory it should be possible having a single coach over the whole thing.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss  Liam Lawson's next big race, the latest with the Super Rugby and the Black Caps' latest win. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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US sports correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to recap a full week in the world of American basketball. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana Pasifika are up into the Super Rugby Pacific playoff places after winning back-to-back games for the first time in their history. They've beaten the Waratahs 45-28 at North Harbour Stadium. Moana Pasifika halfback Jonathan Taumateine joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps are looking forward to more than three months off after beating Pakistan 3-zip in the final ODI series of the season. Captain Michael Bracewell ended on a high note with a 'catch of the season' contender as the Black Caps beat Pakistan by 43 runs at Bay Oval.  Ben Sears, who famously claimed his second five-wicket haul just four games into his One Day career, joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps are starting to build some next-generation depth, with some players being touted as the next big thing. NZC talent identification manager Paul Wiseman joined Piney to speculate. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Lawson has out-qualified stablemate Yuki Tsunoda to start 13th in tonight's Formula One Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. Just over a week after Red Bull made the decision to swap the two drivers, Lawson’s best time was point zero 94 seconds quicker than Tsunoda, who will start 14th. Former F1 driver David Coulthard joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC look to continue their momentum as they chase silverware in their first season of existence.   They face the inform West Sydney Wanderers to try extend their lead at the top of the table.   Defender Dan Hall joins Piney to preview the match.  “I think we'll just try and focus on trusting the process and what we've done throughout the week in practise to try and, y'know, keep them quiet.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 5th April 2025, former All Whites goalkeeper Jake Gleeson has been awarded NZ$35.7 million in damages after he brought a medical malpractice lawsuit against an ex-team doctor at Portland Timbers Football Club. He joined Piney to tell his harrowing story.  The Chiefs have let the other teams know that they're Super Rugby's benchmark after their top-of-the-table victory over the Reds. Assistant Coach Roger Randle joined the show to recap their impressive win  And Kurt Eklund and Du'Plessis Kirifi join the show to preview the Blues v Hurricanes clash.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kurt Eklund is making just his second appearance of the Super Rugby season.  An injury kept the Blues hooker on the sidelines for the first month, but he’s back in the game again as the team faces off against the Hurricanes at Eden Park.  Eklund joined Jason Pine to discuss his return to fitness and his desire to help the Blues right the ship as it coasts on increasingly rocky waters.   “It’s frustrating, but y’know, you can only support the boys where you can, and that’s what I was trying to do.”  “We’ve still got a really good team ... once we make it all click, and hopefully that’s tonight, then y’know, things start going our way.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Du’Plessis Kirifi has had a huge season.  The Hurricanes loose forward's performance throughout the Super Rugby season has put his name well into consideration for the All Blacks.  He joined Piney ahead of their game against the Blues to discuss the season thus far, and the root of his growth.  “I focused on just being better and making better decisions.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs have let the rest of Super Rugby know they’re the team to beat after winning their top-of-the-table clash against the Reds.  They claimed the victory 27-15.  Chiefs Assistant Roger Randle joined Piney to discuss the team’s expectations going into the second half of the season.   He told him that they believe they’re good enough to claim the title.   “If you're good enough to get in the top 6, you're just trying to get, enough points to be potentially in the top 2 and get towards those home semis, but there's, you know, a lot of rugby to be played.”  “So hopefully.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a long stretch of bringing up the rear of Super Rugby, Australia seems to have found the golden ticket.  All four Australian teams are sitting in the top six – Reds in second, Brumbies in fourth, Waratahs in fifth, and Force in sixth.   Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joins Piney to try work out what’s suddenly clicked for the Aussie teams.  “With the, yeah, the distribution of talent not as stretched – because let's face it, we don’t have a bottomless pit over here, that’s probably the overriding factor.”   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former All Whites goalkeeper Jake Gleeson says he contemplated taking his life after prolonged surgeries turned into a battle for survival and forced his early retirement.  In August 2018, while contracted to the Portland Timbers in the United States, Gleeson had surgery to treat stress fractures in both legs. It should have been a routine procedure, but he developed osteomyelitis from an infection. What followed was not only a physical struggle but an emotional descent that would push him to the brink.  Fourteen surgeries later, and nearly five years after Gleeson began legal action, a jury found doctor Richard Edelson guilty of medical negligence for failing to properly disinfect the plates inserted into Gleeson’s legs before the initial operation. Gleeson, now 34, was awarded US$20.4 million (NZ$35.7m) in damages.  What was meant to be a three-month stint on the sidelines turned into a nightmare of medical complications and forced Gleeson to retire, having made 59 appearances for the Timbers and winning eight caps for the All Whites between 2011 and 2014.  The fallout has been brutal for Gleeson, who struggles to complete mundane tasks such as exercising. The mental toll has been equally devastating.  Speaking to Newstalk ZB’s Jason Pine on Weekend Sport, Gleeson says he reached a point where he considered taking his life.  “I’d been prescribed so many opioids, like painkillers and anti-anxiety medication, I filled this pill jar up with enough pills that I know that if I took it all at once it would kill me.  “I drove out a few times to different places around Portland with that. I had that around me for ... a few months and there were some close calls where I thought that that was going to be the day.  “There were points I just didn’t want to live any more. Simple as that.  “But I never went through with it, which I’m happy about. The last few years have been a slow climb out of a very deep, dark hole.”  After his initial surgery, things appeared normal but, after two weeks, an infection on his right leg appeared. Antibiotics initially worked, but the infection worsened and he needed a second operation.  At this point, pus was coming out of the wound and Gleeson was given a PICC line - a type of catheter - that was pumping antibiotics from his leg to an artery near the heart. It was a further two weeks before the plate in his right leg came out.  Days later, problems began in his left leg.  Portland Timbers goalkeeper Jake Gleeson shows his disappointment after the the 4-1 loss against Real Salt Lake in 2017. Photo / Getty Images  “I saw that same redness, same warmth, same everything that was a sign of infection, and they pulled that plate out straight away.  “Because I developed osteomyelitis in my right leg, essentially the infection had travelled through my blood and settled on the foreign hardware on my left leg.  “If they had just removed the plate on the first surgery, or even checked the underside of it to know that that’s where the infection was, we could have avoided a lot more of the surgeries that I went through.”  Gleeson had another appointment with Edelson, who was pleased with the recovery of the left leg, but problems were still occurring with the right.  Despite raising concerns, Gleeson was told “it’s just bad blood flow, the wound will heal and you’re fine”.  An angry Gleeson consulted another team doctor and was immediately rushed to hospital, where he had three surgeries in five days to clear the osteomyelitis and dead bone.  “They had to go in and chunk out parts of my bone and there was dead tissue in there,” he recalls.  “My body had gone septic and I had a 40-degree temperature, cuddling a bag of ice on my couch with all this medicine still coursing through me every week.”  It was at this point that he found out Edelson had not properly sanitised an orthopaedic plate, after realising he was missing one and bringing one in from an outside facility during the surgery.  As Gleeson improved after working with a new doctor, he opted to have metal rods inserted into both legs in February 2019 in an effort to save his career.  He had four more operations but the rod in his right leg became immediately infected. Three weeks later, doctors said the rods had to come out.  In July 2020, Gleeson formally began legal action. Finally, on March 29, a Multnomah County jury in Portland agreed that Edelson had violated his duty of care and awarded NZ$35.7m to Gleeson.  “This is the first step and, once again, a very long path,” says Gleeson.  “I don’t think it’s sunk in yet. I’m very tired still.  “The money is a bonus once we figure out what it all looks like, because I’m not currently sitting with a huge cheque in my account.  “Once it settles and is confirmed, I’ve already started conversations with some local groups around here to highlight this, an

James McOnie from the Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap Moana Pasifika's victory, the All Whites making it to the World Cup, and the Black Caps' latest performance. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi offshore sailor Conrad Colman is hoping to take on the Ocean Race.  He joined Piney to explain further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 30 March, 2025, Toyota Racing Series founder Barrie Thomlinson joined Piney to discuss Liam Lawson's surprise ousting from Red Bull. On the subject of Liam Lawson - Piney explained how the focus on instant gratification was ruining sport. Moana Pasifika head coach Tana Umaga is still celebrating the team's unexpected victory over the Crusaders. And Mike Lane from the ACC joined Piney to discuss the latest with the Auckland stadium saga.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana Pasifika aren't going to rest on their laurels after a shock first-ever win over the Crusaders in Super Rugby. Coach Tana Umaga wants more consistency for his team - but only after they enjoy one of the highlights of his fabled playing and coaching career. Umaga joined Piney to recap the latest win. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland Council has officially endorsed an upgraded Eden Park as the city's main stadium - but they've made it clear they won't pay for it. Prime Minister Chris Luxon and ACT leader David Seymour have also poured cold water on the idea, claiming the Government books are already too tight. ACC head Mike Lane joined Piney to discuss the 'boring non-debate'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racing experts and fans alike have reacted with shock after Liam Lawson was recently axed from Red Bull's senior Formula 1 team. Yuki Tsunoda has been promoted from Racing Bulls in place of the Kiwi ahead of next week's Japanese Grand Prix. Toyota Racing Series founder Barrie Thomlinson joined Piney to discuss.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Red Bull have done to Liam Lawson is an absolute disgrace. He's been given an opportunity to be the second driver in their team and has been given absolutely no support whatsoever - and now he's been demoted and Yuki Tsunoda's been given the seat. You won't convince me Yuki Tsunoda is a better driver than Liam Lawson. Lawson was put in there for a number of reasons, one of which is his mental resilience, and he's going to need all of that now as he tries to recover from this. In many ways, the pressure comes off a bit as he goes into the Racing Bulls team, but Yuki Tsunoda isn't going to be able to drive a car that is specifically set up for Max Verstappen any better than Liam Lawson can. Lawson had 2 races on unfamiliar tracks, one of which was in the pouring rain in Melbourne. It's too small a sample size for his driving to be accurately assessed. We're about to get to Japan, a track he knows, and they've taken the keys off him. Liam Lawson will now recuperate and no doubt drive well for Racing Bulls - but it paints Red Bull in an absolutely terrible light. Yes, they are a massive, results-driven organisation. But they have been utterly negligent in their duty of care. This is where we've now reached in such a landscape of instant gratification, we have lost any ability to be patient. Imagine if you opened a new restaurant and after a couple of nights, you didn't get the tables as full as you want, so you sacked the chef. Things take time. You cannot simply say, OK, well, he's had a couple of races, he hasn't done the job, we're dropping him. Mark Webber was on the radio with me last week. In the first seven years of his Grand Prix career, he made the podium twice. In the next five years, he made the podium 40 times. 40. It takes time. Red Bull have been shown to have absolutely no patience. I know they're under pressure, but we've lost the ability across a lot of elite sport to hover above things and say - actually it's gonna take a little bit of time. Imagine if we got rid of Graham Henry after the 2007 Rugby World Cup - we never would have had 2011. The same goes for Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano - they're calling for his head. And a year ago, he was top of the pops, having guided the 'Nix to their best ever finish. This drive for instant results is hurting players, drivers, coaches and everybody associated with elite sport, because those in charge simply can't see past the end of next week. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A TradeMe auction is underway for the shoes teenager Sam Ruthe wore when making history as the youngest person to ever run a 4 minute mile.  It's become the most viewed listing this year and has reached double digits ...  Sam's dad Ben Ruthe talks to Piney.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hurricanes have moved into the Super Rugby's top six for the first time this season.  The team beat the Waratahs last night in Wellington 57-12.  What was the focus heading into the match?  Hurricanes assistant coach Bryn Evans talks to Piney about his teams success.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daly Cherry-Evans has confirmed he's leaving the Manly Sea Eagles, without saying where he's moving to.  Is it more likely the clubs most capped player will retire, or move to a new team?  Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock answers that question, discusses the Panthers loss, and breaks down the Socceroo's road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.  LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Whites have secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team beat New Caledonia 3-0 on Monday night. How will the New Zealand team prepare for the World Cup? New Zealand Football CEO Andrew Pragnell talks to Piney. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It hasn't been an easy start to the seasons for the Warriors, after losing to the Raiders in their opening match in Las Vegas, but the team have won their last two games against Manly and the Roosters.  Warriors head coach Andrew Webster talks to Piney about what went wrong in Vegas, Ivan Cleary's influence, how Luke Metcalf's stepped into Shaun Johnson's shoes, and more.  LISTEN ABOVE OR WATCH BELOW  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Sam Ruthe's record-setting performance, the Super Rugby season and the All Whites' upcoming clash. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi rally star Emma Gilmour is expected to appear at the Ayrburn Classic - and she joined Piney to discuss the event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Whites will face New Caledonia at Eden Park on Monday for a spot in next year's Football World Cup. A Chris Wood hat-trick has seen New Zealand smoke Fiji 7-nil in the Oceania qualifying semi-final in Wellington. All Whites vice-captain Libby Cacace and coach  Darren Bazeley joined Piney ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 23rd March 2025, Ioane Moananu of the Crusaders joined Piney to recap the team's win over the Blues. Boxing expert Eddie Hearn joined Piney to discuss George Foreman's athletic legacy. And the tributes kept rolling in after former All Blacks coach Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie died. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.